As the summer starts to wind down, football teams everywhere are starting to take the field. During a regular football practice, you will run sprints, do agility drills, bench presses, and vertical jumps. But how can you help get your athlete prepared for these daily workouts and avoid the injuries they could sustain? With physical […]
One of the most common injuries seen in a Physical Therapist’s office are torn rotator cuffs. But not many people know what exactly a rotator cuff is, how they injured it or what to expect when recovering from the injury. So let us explain! The Basic Anatomy A “rotator cuff” is actually a group of […]
When you’re a young athlete with a real passion for the game and plenty of promise, an injury can be a truly devastating event. It may seem as though your future is now out of reach, and that can be a helpless feeling. The good news is that most injuries heal with a bit of […]
We’ve all had it happen to us: maybe we were running for the ball and there was a twinge in your ankle. Or maybe a teammate tackled you, and when you got up, your arm was sticking out at a funny angle. Once you go through the necessary steps of getting immediate treatment for your […]
Now that school has been back in session for a while, more and more youth sports teams are gearing up for their competitive seasons. Participating in a school or club team has many benefits for young teens: it gives them a great opportunity to socialize, to practice new skills, to exercise, and to gain a […]
The most important thing to committed athlete is being able to participate in their sport of choice. However, whether by overexerting their muscles, failing to train properly, or through pure bad luck, an injury can keep an athlete benched indefinitely. Only through proper care can the injury heal and future injuries be prevented so that […]
On the whole, concussions are a fairly common injury. Americans sustain roughly 3.8 million concussions per year, and they are usually the result of sport or other recreational activity accidents. But while concussions are common, they can lead to some very serious side effects. Post-concussion syndrome, or PCS, is a disorder that can last for […]
Sports put your body through its paces, and then some. While we all assume that those who participate in contact sports, such as football, will have their fair share of bumps and bruises at some point, it’s important to note that all athletes run the risk of injuring themselves. Sports medicine physical therapy can be […]
Are you having back problems? You may be able to resolve your back pain without undergoing surgery. How can you do it? You can go to physical therapy to relieve your back pains with orthopedic care services, sports medicine, and other physical therapy services right here in Towson MD. People that suffer from back problems […]
Are you an athlete or some one undergoing physical fitness training? Sports medicine Columbia and regular physical therapy can help you meet and exceed your physical fitness goals. This article will tell you about the benefits you can reap from sports medicine and physical therapy. Here are the benefits of sports medicine Columbia and regular […]
